Financial Aid
When it comes to the question of finances, we are guided by two principles: a college education is worth investing in, and education should be affordable. It is from these two principles that we derive our approach to tuition and financial aid.
First, we believe that a quality college education is worth investing in, and that it is the responsibility of the college student to find a way to faithfully invest in that education. Just as rigorous academic study requires a sustained, long-term investment of attention, it also requires a sustained, long-term investment of money. The student who learns how to manage their money such that they can pay for college in a financially responsible way will have developed attitudes and skills that will serve them for their whole life to come. We expect every student who applies to Saint Constantine College to critically assess their financial resources and make a plan for how to pay for college in a sustainable and responsible manner.
We believe that the education we provide at Saint Constantine is worth the investment, and we urge all those who wish to undertake their education at Saint Constantine to follow the advice of St. Paul and “count the cost.”
Second, we believe that a college education should be affordable. Too often colleges ask students to take on unreasonable and unwise financial burdens, especially in the form of large loans. Too often it is debt, not wisdom, that becomes the most lasting effect of a student’s college experience. At Saint Constantine College we take a different approach. We keep our tuition lower than most other liberal arts schools: just $12,000 per year, compared to upwards of $20K - $40K at many other competitor schools.
Saint Constantine College does not receive external funding from any source. As such, the College relies instead on the good faith effort of its students and their parents to pay as much as they are able towards the cost of the student's education. Students and parents are expected to make a maximum effort to cover the costs of tuition and housing from their own resources. The College makes every reasonable effort to assist students in making up the difference between what families are able to pay and the actual cost of education.
Student Work
Student work is the primary way that Saint Constantine College provides students with income to pay for college. Students apply to work in a variety of on-campus departments, including front desk, K12 aftercare, K12 supervision, K12 coaching, maintenance and facilities, and administrative offices. Student workers receive regular paychecks as employees of the institution. Student work is contingent upon students effectively completing their assigned duties and hours, as well as remaining in good standing.
Hourly rates begin at $11 and increase by $0.50 each year. Specialized work positions may qualify for a higher rate or stipend.
On average, students work 10-15 hours per week during a regular semester. However, students may choose to work more part-time hours as available.
External Scholarships
Students are encouraged to seek out and apply for as many external scholarships as possible. These can greatly reduce the cost of tuition.
Institutional Scholarships
Thanks to the generosity of donors, Saint Constantine College offers certain institutional scholarships. Available scholarships are listed below:
- Clergy Child Scholarship — To qualify for this scholarship, a student must be the biological or adopted child of an active Orthodox Christian priest serving a church or ministry. Applications will be reviewed and awarded by the Saint Constantine College Clergy Council. Scholarship awards are up to 80% of a student’s tuition for four consecutive years. Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year are due by February 1, 2025.
Need-Based Financial Aid
To address any remaining financial need, students may apply for need-based financial aid. Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year are due by February 1, 2025.